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Little Falls Dam loop from American University

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Little Falls Dam loop from American University

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Little Falls Dam loop from American University

01:10

17.7km

90m

Mountain biking

Moderate mountain bike ride. Great for any fitness level. Advanced riding skills necessary. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 18, 2026

Tips

Includes a segment in which cycling is not permitted

After 9.42 km for 87 m

Waypoints

Start point

Bus stop

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4.94 km

Little Falls Dam

Highlight • Monument

The Little Falls Dam is a low dam built in the Potomac in 1959. It now separates the Upper Potomac River and Lower Potomac River, forming the Little Falls Reservoir. …

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8.97 km

Cabin John local park (by McArthur)

Highlight • Rest Area

With its shady trails, playgrounds, and gentle creek, Cabin John Park is a local favourite for everything from peaceful walks to family picnics—where nature and community come together just outside the city.

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13.5 km

Lock 6, Chesapeake and Ohio Canal

Highlight • Monument

One of the locks (#6 of 75) on the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. These should ensure the shipping traffic between Cumberland and Washington to transport coal.
The lock keeper's houses …

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13.8 km

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal

Lake

17.7 km

End point

Bus stop

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

12.0 km

4.58 km

907 m

277 m

< 100 m

Surfaces

6.71 km

4.00 km

3.86 km

2.08 km

879 m

199 m

Elevation

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